Holiday Inn Express

5628 Hwy 20, Cartersville, GA 30120

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Holiday Inn Express has been inspected six times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “proper hot holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average Cartersville facility scores 90, putting Holiday Inn Express on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History

May 6, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee cell phone on prep top counter. CA: Employee items shall be stored in a designated area in order to prevent potential contamination of facility food or equipment. COS: PIC relocated cellphone.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee personal drink (tumbler cup) and employee food container (opened) stored on prep top counter by cooling foods. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in a single service cup with a lid and straw, stored in an area in order to prevent potential contamination. Employees may not eat in kitchen. COS: PIC removed employee food and drink

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cooling on counter top temping under 135 degrees F (see temp log) not under an active cooling measure or being actively monitored. CA: Cooling foods shall be closely monitored for ensure critical control points are being met. Once foods hit critical control points have been achieved, an approved active cooling measure shall be taken to ensure proper cooling. COS: PIC placed foods in cooler to actively cool.

511-6-1.04(6)(e)

Dec 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 27, 2025

Followup

3 minor violations.

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14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored handle-down in ice bin. CA: Scoops must be stored where the handle does not contact food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed stored dishes not inverted. CA: cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed personal items on prep table. CA: Employee items must be stored in designated areas.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Jun 16, 2025

Routine

5 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 6 corrected on site.

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6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed omelets being hot held in a warmer box at 88°F. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F or below or 135°F or above. COS: Food was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple items past their marked 7 day dates still in the reach in cooler. CA: A food that requires date marking shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen. COS: Food was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw bacon stored above cartons of pasteurized egg product.CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: Food was discarded.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods being held above 41°F in the large reach in cooler for over 4 hours. See temp log. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F or below or 135°F or above. COS: Food was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS precooked omelets sitting out on prep tops for over 4 hours with a temperature of 58°F. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above. COS: Food was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee personal drink(water bottle) stored on a food prep table. CA: Personal drinks must be a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled and stored away from the kitchen to prevent contamination. COS: Water bottle was discarded.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed CFSM certificate being expired by several months. CA: PIC will retest within 60 days and submit documentation to EH

511-6-1.03(3)(c)

Jun 28, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holiday Inn Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn Express on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn Express?

Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn Express.

How does Holiday Inn Express compare to other restaurants in Cartersville?

Holiday Inn Express most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Cartersville average of 90.

Has Holiday Inn Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Holiday Inn Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Holiday Inn Express means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Holiday Inn Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Holiday Inn Express is inspected around three times per year on average.

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